Expressing support for designation of January 29, 2009, as “National Data Privacy Day”.
Latest action (30 Jul 2008): Introduced
What this bill does
H.Res. 1393 is a symbolic resolution expressing the House of Representatives' support for designating January 29, 2009, as "National Data Privacy Day." It does not create any laws, regulations, or funding programs; instead, it states the House's view that data privacy is an important issue given the growing role of the Internet and technology in work, health care, government interactions, e-commerce, and daily life. The resolution notes that many people are unaware of existing data protection laws or of steps they can take to protect their personal information online.
The resolution primarily affects public awareness efforts rather than any specific group through legal obligations. It encourages state and local governments to hold activities promoting data privacy awareness, urges privacy professionals and educators to discuss data privacy issues with high school students, and encourages individuals nationwide to become more aware of data privacy concerns and to take protective steps with their personal information online.
The bill was introduced on July 30, 2008, by Rep. David Price of North Carolina and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. It did not receive a vote and saw no further action before the end of the 110th Congress, meaning it did not become law or take effect.
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Official summary
This resolution was introduced on July 30, 2008, in a previous session of Congress, but it did not receive a vote.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1393 do?
- H.Res. 1393 is a symbolic resolution expressing the House of Representatives' support for designating January 29, 2009, as "National Data Privacy Day." It does not create any laws, regulations, or funding programs; instead, it states the House's view that data privacy is an important issue given the growing role of the Internet and technology in work, health care, government interactions, e-commerce, and daily life. The resolution notes that many people are unaware of existing data protection laws or of steps they can take to protect their personal information online. The resolution primarily affects public awareness efforts rather than any specific group through legal obligations. It encourages state and local governments to hold activities promoting data privacy awareness, urges privacy professionals and educators to discuss data privacy issues with high school students, and encourages individuals nationwide to become more aware of data privacy concerns and to take protective steps with their personal information online. The bill was introduced on July 30, 2008, by Rep. David Price of North Carolina and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. It did not receive a vote and saw no further action before the end of the 110th Congress, meaning it did not become law or take effect.
- Has H.Res. 1393 become law?
- Not yet. As of 30 Jul 2008, H.Res. 1393 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1393?
- H.Res. 1393 was sponsored by Rep. David Price [D-NC4, 1997-2022] (Democrat-NC), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1393?
- Introduced (30 Jul 2008).
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